Direct Support Associate
Easter Seals Blake Foundation · easterseals.com
Durham, Manchester +1Lead / Manager18+ yrs
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The job in short
Direct support of disabled adults.
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Details
- Found
- 12 d ago · posted 2026-10-14
- Location as listed
- Durham, NH
- Role
- Patient Care / Caregiver
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Job Description:
Easterseals NH is looking for a Direct Support Associate (DSA) to join our Community Based Services team! This program supports individuals with developmental disabilities and complex medical needs living within our residential homes.
Schedule: Full time, 32 hours a week
• Monday 7a-3p
• Tuesday 7a-3p
• Thursday 7a-3p
• Friday 7a-3p
We offer various scheduling options, including 3-day-per-week and full-time. Let us know what works best for you!
Pay: $22.62/hour
Opportunity to attend paid internal NADSP training to become a certified Direct Support Professional which leads to career advancement and pay increases.
About Home: Three male adults in the area of Durham, NH.
Responsibilities:
The Direct Support Associate will support in promoting independence, creating a safe environment, and providing companionship to clients in a residential home setting.
• Assist clients with activities of daily living such as personal care and medication administration
• Assisting with lifting, transferring, and mobility support
• Support and assist with household tasks such as light housekeeping, meal preparation, and laundry
• Accompany individuals on outings such as daily activities, appointments, and community events
• Follow each individuals care plan
• All staff will undergo training in conflict resolution and behavioral health safety
• Complete required daily documentation on a computer or tablet
• Other duties as needed or assigned
Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Experience providing direct support or direct care (preferred)
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and automobile insurance
What’s in it for you? We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees, including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability
• PTO begins accruing on your first day!
• 10 Paid Holidays – includes a floating holiday of your choice
• 403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3%
• Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment
• Student loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employment
• Wellness programs: nutritional counseling services, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessation
• We are proud to be a recovery-friendly workplace and a NH Veteran-Friendly Business.
We are proud to be a recovery-friendly workplace and a NH Veteran-Friendly Business.
To apply, please submit your application using the blue "Apply Now" button. Have questions about the role? Schedule time to chat with our Talent Acquisition Specialist, Katelyn: www.calendly.com/eastersealsnh-katelyn/15min
Difficulty submitting your application or scheduling time to chat? Contact Katelyn at 603.426.6420 or [email protected]
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